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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched a scathing attack on the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the party as a “coalition of confusion” while addressing key stakeholders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
The remark was made during the 14th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the APC, held on Thursday, where the party also confirmed Professor Nentawe Yilwatda as its new National Chairman.
The President’s statement comes amid increasing political realignments across Nigeria, with opposition parties showing signs of forming alliances to challenge the dominance of the APC in future elections.
In a clear show of political strategy, Tinubu called on the APC’s NEC to consider postponing the party’s congresses until December. According to him, this delay would provide ample opportunity for disenchanted politicians and prominent opposition figures to join the APC ahead of key political activities in the coming months.
“It is not a bad idea to abandon a sinking ship,” the President declared pointedly. “One should not remain part of a coalition of confusion.”
Although he did not mention specific names, observers believe Tinubu’s remarks were aimed directly at the ADC, a party that has recently been in the news for attracting high-profile endorsements and support from some of the most influential figures in the Nigerian opposition.
Among those reported to be aligning with the ADC are former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, a long-time presidential contender under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate. Their growing association with the ADC has fueled speculation about a possible mega coalition of opposition forces ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Political analysts view Tinubu’s attack as a calculated move to delegitimize the ADC’s rising profile while also consolidating the APC’s political base. By urging a delay in party congresses, Tinubu may be attempting to engineer a broader political umbrella within the APC, accommodating potential defectors from rival camps who may be disillusioned by internal wrangling or leadership struggles within their parties.
The President’s call for open doors and strategic patience underscores the APC’s readiness to absorb political actors looking for more stable and rewarding platforms, especially as public discontent, economic challenges, and shifting loyalties continue to shape Nigeria’s political landscape.
This latest development further intensifies the ongoing power play among Nigeria’s major political actors, with the ruling APC seemingly looking to fortify its hold on power not only by internal cohesion but also by strategic absorption of opposition strength.
As the country heads into a critical pre-election period, Tinubu’s remarks and the APC’s evolving strategy could set the tone for Nigeria’s next wave of political realignments.